Wesley Snipes: Not Guilty of Tax Fraud

If you haven’t been keeping up, here’s a quick summary: Wesley Snipes has been locked in a legal battle with the Internal Revenue Service over charges of tax fraud and failing to file a tax return. And yesterday he got some good news.

The “Blade” actor was acquitted of two felonies, including conspiracy to commit tax fraud. He was also deemed ‘not guilty’ of three misdemeanor counts of willful failure to file a tax return.

And while he was found innocent of the most serious charges, Snipes was still found guilty of three misdemeanor counts of failing to file a tax return, which could land him in federal prison for up to three years. His income over the period of time in question added up to ‘millions of dollars.’

Nevertheless, Wesley was excited to hear the news. Currently out on bond, he told press, "I'm feeling great – a little confused, but great.” As for the possibility of prison, “I don't know. It's nice to be out here with you right now. We live in the moment."

Earlier this week, when the trial ended, Snipes commented on his level of anxiety. "Of course you would be nervous. You're on trial. Anybody would have a certain amount of anxiety about that. But I have a great deal of faith in the Most High and the Good Lord and the truth shall set you free. So, I'm looking forward to being free, going back to what I do best."

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Enjoy the pictures of Wesley smiling as he exits the courthouse after hearing the "Not Guilty" verdict (February 1).

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